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Why Roberto De Zerbi must put Tottenham differences aside amid Richarlison's Liverpool reveal

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14 Sep 2026, 4:10 pm

Richarlison can play for Tottenham in the Carabao Cup against Liverpool - and Roberto De Zerbi has to make the right decision.

The Brazilian had been excluded from the Lilywhites' Premier League squad with it looking likely he would depart.

However, the forward has remained in N17 despite being unable to feature in league matches for Roberto De Zerbi.

As Tottenham gear up to face Liverpool at Anfield, and look to add another piece of silverware following 2025's Europa League success, the Italian has a decision to make.

This is one of the few games that Richarlison can feature for Spurs until January when squad changes can be made again.

And history shows Richarlison could be the weapon the Lilywhites desperately need.

Why Richarlison can be thorn in Liverpool's side for Tottenham

Tottenham are struggling to score goals against Premier League opposition.

So far, they have yet to hit the back of the net against a team in the top flight.

The only goals that De Zerbi's side have scored have come in the previous round of the cup in a 5-1 win against Charlton Athletic.

However, Richarlison simply loves to play Liverpool, and often pops up in a big way against the Merseyside club.

And with Tottenham journalist Alasdair Gold confirming Richarlison can play on Tuesday, De Zerbi should put his ego aside for the sake of the team.

Here are my Tottenham talking points, including Richarlison's next move and whether he can play on Tuesday in the Carabao Cup, the powerful people watching Spurs, that De Zerbi moment with Tel, why his team isn't ready and the problems up front. https://t.co/AkFI3iESr3
— Alasdair Gold (@AlasdairGold) September 13, 2026

In his last six appearances against the Anfield outfit, the South American has popped up with six goal contributions, as per Transfermarkt.

In fact, Richarlison has more goal contributions against Liverpool than any other team he has ever faced.

It is a short-term solution to allow Tottenham the best chance of finally putting the ball in the back of the net.

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Where Tottenham can win the game vs Liverpool

Liverpool's midfield has been poor this season, and openings for goals are there.

Tottenham may need to soak up pressure and go on the defensive which is far from De Zerbi's typical approach.

Allowing Liverpool to open up and leave gaps in the centre of the pitch can allow the likes of wide players such as Omar Marmoush and Savio to exploit the large spaces.

According to Sofascore, the Reds average 60.3 per cent possession per game, with Tottenham at 59.8 per cent.

On this occassion, the Lilywhites should let the Anfield side play how they want, and instead hurt them on the counter.

Liverpool may be yet to lose this season, but Andoni Iraola's side have shown clear vulnerabilitites this campaign.

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